In this Bonus Episode, we're talking with Audrey Lawson-Sanchez, founder and executive director of Balanced.org, about the ins-and-outs of nutrition policy and what it takes to advocate for change.

Learn more about Balanced.org on their site and take 30 seconds to endorse the Focus on Fiber campaign to get encourage the USDA to make dietary fiber a nutrition priority in school meals!

It can be hard to answer patient questions about plant-based diets if you don't have direct experience with it yourself - so we're answering some of the most common patient FAQs in this bonus episode! From concerns about protein to questions about gas and bloating, we've got you covered.

Other resources mentioned in this episode:

Nutrition for Families

Balanced.org

PCRM

NutritionFacts.org

eCornell Training

American College of Lifestyle Medicine

Another quick bonus episode featuring easy tips for transitioning to more plant-based eating.

We know it can feel overwhelming to get started, and there's a misconception it has to be all or nothing. In reality, it can be much simpler, so we're breaking down the basics of making the transition and sharing some of our favorite products to help you and your patients get off to a great start!

Check out some of the products/brands we love:

Meati

ImpossibleFoods.com

Beyond Meat

Jack and Annie's

Miyoko's

Just Egg

Ben and Jerry's

Trader Joe's

More products can be found and purchased at plantbasedvendors.com